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Diversity

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Quick Stats

African American 1%
Asian American 2%
Hispanic 2%
International 1%
Native American 0%
White 92%
Unknown 2%
Historically Black College/University? No
Tribal College? No
Out-of-State Students 76%
Common States of Residence
  • Connecticut
  • Massachusetts
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New York
Student Age Breakdown Under 18: 2%
18-19: 42%
20-21: 38%
22-24: 10%
25+: 9%
Female Faculty 39%
Male Faculty 61%
Faculty Diversity African American: 3%
Asian American: 6%
Hispanic: 2%
International: 3%
Native American: 0%
White: 85%
Unknown: 1%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Racial diversity is an area where most UVM students agree there is a need for improvement. In spite of this, many students comment on their awareness of the University’s diversity with respect to progressiveness and individual thought, as well as the strong presence of the gay community. It is important to remember that diversity is not limited to the color of someone's skin. Religious, sexual, political, and racial diversity are important to a diverse community. Unfortunately, while UVM may have three out of four, that is not good enough. However, the school is actively pursuing expanding the ethnic and racial diversity.

While UVM is very good at bringing together people with different ideas and unique thoughts, it simply does not have a large flow of minority students. But, overall, UVM does tend to fare better than the entire state of Vermont, which is one of the least diverse states in the nation. In addition, UVM’s students are notoriously open-minded and not sheltered. Increased racial diversity would expand these qualities, and improve the community as a whole.

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Diversity at University of Vermont

rbmann

Equine Studies '15

1.2
D

No Diversity

There is no diversity at UVM unless you go to the ALANA house. In my case, I met some diverse students but only because they lived in my dorm.

Apr 25, 2012

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Diversity at University of Vermont

amarg

Athletic Training '13

4.2
A-

Very White

UVM is as diverse as the students applying here. Apparently, there are not a host of minority students applying here. Do not get me wrong...we do enjoy the company of minority students but not to the same percentage as my high school.

Feb 28, 2012

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Diversity at University of Vermont

schecky247

Communications '14

5.0
A+

Burlington Living

Life on UVM campus is highly diversified, offers many options for dining and meeting people from far and wide. There is no discrimination toward religious, political or sexual beliefs.

Feb 07, 2012

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User rating for University of Vermont - Diversity is 2.3 out of 5 based on 23 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

How diverse is the student body in the following areas?

How diverse is your personal circle of friends in the following areas?

How accepting is the campus community as a whole toward someone who falls into the minority (ethnic, sexual, or religious)?

How would you best describe your personal political beliefs?

How would you best describe the political beliefs of campus as a whole?

Facts

Gay Pride

Vermont was the first state to approve Civil Unions and is regarded as one of the most progressive and liberal states in the nation. Therefore, UVM is a tolerant place where people of all sexual orientations are accepted.

Political Activity

There is a strong political presence on UVM, whether cheering for an Obama victory downtown or protesting an on-campus speech by Newt Gingrich. UVM has College Democrats, College Republicans, and Socialist clubs. Also, an activist group called SLAP (Student Labor Action Project) fights for livable wages at UVM. So, while UVM gets a very liberal reputation, it is open to a number of differing political perspectives. After all, the city has a Progressive mayor and the state has a Socialist senator!

Economic Status

UVM students are generally from middle- to upper-class families. This fact has helped push rent higher and higher every year in Burlington, and the city itself is a rather expensive place to live.

Most Common Religions

While Christianity seems to be the most popular religion on Campus, Hillel, the SGA-recognized club on campus promoting the study of Judaism, also has a strong presence on campus.

Minority Clubs on Campus

ALANA (African, Latinos, Asian, and Native Americans)

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